* Develops a purchasing strategy.
* Reviews and processes purchase orders.
* Manages other members of the purchasing team.
* Maintains records of goods ordered and received.
* Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers.
* Builds and maintains relationships with vendors.
* Selects prospective vendors and negotiates contracts.
* Evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.
* Schedules deliveries and ensures timely fulfillment of orders.
* Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services.
* Coordinates with fellow managers to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.
* Ensures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise.
* Keeps up with trends in procurement.
* Travels to vendor locations.
* Stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Effective communication skills.
* Negotiation skills.
* Research and analytical skills.
* Interpersonal skills.
* Attention to detail.
* At least 2-3 years experience as purchasing manager
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